In my practice, we have experienced a 30% increase in the number of patients under the age of 40 who have been diagnosed with breast cancer.

Researchers at the University of Liverpool have indicated that this HIV prevention drug could be manufactured and rolled out at around $40 per person per year.

Many statistics overlook those not in treatment, highlighting the broader issue of youth unemployment, crime, and drug abuse.

In honour of Youth Month Health-e News asked community journalists to tell us about the biggest issues facing young people in their community.

The NHI Fund will be accountable for complaints from patients. (Photo: Supplied) The NHI Fund will be accountable for complaints from patients. (Photo: Supplied) Health professionals and advocacy ...

The Gauteng Health Department blames the crisis on ageing hospital infrastructure, leaving patients in the cold as winter bites.

Three years after the World Health Organization (WHO) launched Africa’s first mRNA vaccine technology transfer programme, the effort is beginning to pay off. The project was born during the COVID-19 ...

Health minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi says South Africa's HIV programme will not collapse. (Photo: GCIS) Health minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi says South Africa's HIV programme will not collapse. (Photo: ...

Department spokesperson Motalatale Modiba states that there are currently 20 employees on long-term temporary incapacity leave. Incapacity leave is initially granted for 30 days, but if the employee ...